Global development

Australia Awards alum, Dr Khin Myat ‘Soe’, has worked in agriculture and aquaculture for more than 20 years improving agriculture, fish farming and the lands and waters involved in making this vital food source resilient. 

The University of Queensland (UQ) International Development unit recently finalised a successful short course on climate change for the Australian Government’s Australia Awards Myanmar.

This recognition underscores UQID's significant global impact and commitment to empowering communities worldwide.

Dr Lady Margaretha Febriany Sirait discusses the changes she's made in her work practice since attending the Australia Awards Short Course on Digital Technologies in the Healthcare Sector (including Telehealth) at The University of Queensland.

A conversation with the leader of the Australia Awards Short Course on Grains Value Chain Leadership Program Associate Professor of Agribusiness Ammar Abdul Aziz and The University of Queensland (UQ) International Development.

The professional capability and networks of researchers throughout the Indo-Pacific region are growing through the ACIAR Learn partnership with UQ.
Now in its third year, almost 400 researchers have enrolled in courses delivered through the online learning platform developed by the Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR) in partnership with UQ.

Indonesia is Australia’s neighbour by geography and a friend by choice. 2024 marks 75 years of diplomatic relations between Australia and Indonesia. The University of Queensland (UQ) has a long-standing and robust relationship with Indonesia, spanning over 50 years. This partnership has fostered educational and research synergies, formed long-lasting networks through industry and esteemed alumni, creating a positive impact for both parties.

A powerful alliance takes root - the ILRI-UQ Alliance signifies a significant step towards a more sustainable, climate-resilient future for livestock-based food systems.

UQ delivered a 3-month program for African leaders, combining online learning with a visit to Australia.

In October 2023, the University of Queensland in partnership with the Coral Reef Rescue Initiative, launched its Online Course CRRI101x Coral Reefs: Introduction to Challenges and Solutions. The course was developed for stakeholders of the Coral Reef Rescue Initiative and the WWF Global Environment Facility Coral Reef Rescue Project. The goal of this course is to connect a wide range of stakeholders from government and non-government organisations, academic and communities to a network of knowledge and best practice to identify solutions for the conservation of climate-resilient coral reefs.